The Firearms and Explosives Licensing Department is
responsible for issuing Certificates for Firearms, Shotguns and
Explosives.
Our Firearms Enquiry Officers cover every parish in Dorset. A
Firearms Enquiry Officer will visit you as part of the application
process for a Firearm or Shotgun Certificate in accordance with
Home Office legislation.
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Application Forms
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General enquiries can be dealt with by calling the unit on 01202
or 01305 - 227610 or by email: Firearmslicensing@dorset.pnn.police.uk